How GIS Has Changed Our World

Possibility of Zika virus spreading across the U.S. Gulf Coast arose as the virus was confirmed to be active in tourist hub, Miami Beach. U.S. health officials confirmed that infection in the pregnant mothers could cause a serious birth defect microcephaly, baby born with a small head size and leading to development problems. The New York State Department of Health started releasing Zika Prevention Kits for pregnant women on August 2nd.